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Want a SUMMER JOB that makes a difference AND HAVE FUN while you work? Camp Blast is your answer!

We are looking for energetic, motivated, kid-friendly staff members who will help make this year's summer camp program our best, yet!

We are seeking two types of positions:

Playground Coordinator – This position is the site supervisor (we have six elementary sites this summer). Starts $11.60 Per Hour

Playground Instructor - Starts @ $8.65 Per Hour

Positions begin June 10th and continue through August 7th (Monday – Friday) from 7:30am – 5:30pm. (That means no nights and no weekends! YES!) We are looking to solidify our staff by mid to late April AT THE LATEST!!

LAKELAND, FL (July 31, 2013) – Do you need a program for your elementary-aged child for the week between Summer Camp and the first day of school? We have your solution! The City of Lakeland is offering “Camp Extra”, a week-long summer recreation program located at the Kelly Recreation Complex. Camp begins Monday, August 12th and continues through Friday, August 16th from 7:30am – 5:30pm. The fee is $75.00 per child and can be paid by cash or check.

Camp Extra offers elementary students, who have completed kindergarten through the 5th grade, fun and exciting opportunities for enrichment including swimming at Gandy Pool, on-site games, special activity programming and more!

Don’t miss out on Camp Extra! Registration is ongoing for this opportunity and spots are filling up quickly! For full details on camp dates, activities, etc. call the Kelly Recreation Complex, 863/834-3284, option 2.

LAKELAND, FL (May 20, 2012) – Have you registered your child for summer camp, yet? The City of Lakeland is offering Camp Blast, an eight-week summer recreation program located at City recreation facilities and various schools (Carlton Palmore and McKeel Elementary Academy– NEW SITES) throughout Lakeland. Camp Blast offers elementary students, who have completed kindergarten through the 5th grade, endless opportunities for enrichment including weekly trips, on-site games and activities, service opportunities and several special events.

Don’t miss out on Camp BLAST! Registration is ongoing for this opportunity and spots are filling up quickly! A copy of the child’s report card is needed and registration fees are $200 per child paid by cash or check. Camp begins Monday, June 17th meeting Monday – Friday through August 9th. Camp hours are from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday.

For full details on camp dates, camp locations and pricing options check out www.lakelandgov.net/parkrec, or call the Kelly Recreation Complex, 863/834-3284 with any questions.